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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Sport-Touring</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;36</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Horizontal In-line</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4-Stroke</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Liquid</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;16</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;DOHC</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;10.7:1</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Electric</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Gas</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Manual</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;6</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;120/70 ZR17</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Dual Disc</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;59.8 / 1518.9</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;5.8 / 22</td>
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		<div class="date">By Christopher Johnson(Owner),  Nov. 4, 2008</div>
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		 I purchased my Concours 14 in July of 2007 and I was one of the first ones in my area of So. Calif. to own one.I am very pleased with the bike and have never regretted it.The performance is exhilarating and the comfort is top notch.I've added on a few accessories-like most other bikers-a Kaw. talle<span class="simple_review_box" >...</span><span class="expand_review_box" style="display:none;">r windscreen, Corbin modular seats, Heli-bar risers and last but not least, a 2-Bros C/F muffler.The stock exhaust was too big and I like the sound of the new muffler a lot better.There is some heat that hits your feet &amp; ankles during the summer, but it's not that bad and in winter it's a plus.Nice job Kawasaki.</span>
		
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		<h5>C14 ABS</h5>
		<div class="date">By Joe T(Owner),  Aug. 9, 2009</div>
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		I bought this bike in August of 08.<br /><br />
This bike is absolutly awesome in every way.<br /><br />
Fast &amp; smooth as silk. <br /><br />
I have installed a host of after market acc. The best 1 is the Audiovox c-100 cruise control.<br /><br />
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I came off of touring bikes &amp; this <span class="simple_review_box" >...</span><span class="expand_review_box" style="display:none;">bike is easily the best I've ever owned &amp; I've owned many.<br />
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		<h5>Ducati 1098s owner</h5>
		<div class="date">By Tommy Thompson(Owner),  Dec. 3, 2008</div>
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		I bought my connie 14, because of knee surgery.  I was wanting to ride while I rehab'ed my knee replacement.  It's a blast!  Very sporty yet comfortable on long trips.  I love my Ducati but, this bike screams, too.
		
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		<h5>Beware  of the Junk Touring Bag Latches and Kawasaki's Customer Service!</h5>
		<div class="date">By Randy Kirkbride(Owner),  Nov. 10, 2009</div>
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		I bought my new 2008 C14 in April 2009. When I had 400 miles on it the right Bag fell off and skidded down the road. About a week later I got a recall card from Kawasaki saying the latches were defective. Imagine that. I had the latches replaced on the recall but I felt that Kawasaki should replace <span class="simple_review_box" >...</span><span class="expand_review_box" style="display:none;">the Bag. After 4 months waiting, I got a call from a smart ass Kawasaki Rep telling me that I must not have had the bag latched right and that Kawasaki would not replace the bag. End of story. I don't care how good this bike is, it's my last Kawasaki.</span>
		
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2008 Kawasaki Concours™ 14 ABS

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2008 Kawasaki Concours™ 14 ABS pictures, prices, information, and specifications. Below is the information on the 2008 Kawasaki Concours™ 14 ABS. If you would like to get a quote on a new 2008 Kawasaki Concours™ 14 ABS use our Build Your Own tool, or Compare this bike to other Sport-Touring motorcycles.To view more specifications, visit our Detailed Specifications.
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Identification
Model Type	Sport-Touring
BASE MSRP(US)	$13,799.00
Warranty	36
Insurance
Engine:
Engine Type	Horizontal In-line
Cylinders	4
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	16
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Compression Ratio	10.7:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Shaft
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	190/50 ZR17
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	59.8 / 1518.9
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5.8 / 22
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By Christopher Johnson(Owner), Nov. 4, 2008
I purchased my Concours 14 in July of 2007 and I was one of the first ones in my area of So. Calif. to own one.I am very pleased with the bike and have never regretted it.The performance is exhilarating and the comfort is top notch.I've added on a few accessories-like most other bikers-a Kaw. talle... Read Full Review
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By Joe T(Owner), Aug. 9, 2009
I bought this bike in August of 08.

This bike is absolutly awesome in every way.

Fast & smooth as silk.

I have installed a host of after market acc. The best 1 is the Audiovox c-100 cruise control.

It helps me stay @ close to the legal speed limit.

I came off of touring bikes & this ... Read Full Review
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By Tommy Thompson(Owner), Dec. 3, 2008
I bought my connie 14, because of knee surgery. I was wanting to ride while I rehab'ed my knee replacement. It's a blast! Very sporty yet comfortable on long trips. I love my Ducati but, this bike screams, too. Read Full Review
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Beware of the Junk Touring Bag Latches and Kawasaki's Customer Service!

By Randy Kirkbride(Owner), Nov. 10, 2009
I bought my new 2008 C14 in April 2009. When I had 400 miles on it the right Bag fell off and skidded down the road. About a week later I got a recall card from Kawasaki saying the latches were defective. Imagine that. I had the latches replaced on the recall but I felt that Kawasaki should replace ... Read Full Review